excessive

greater than what seems reasonable or appropriateThey complained about the excessive noise coming from the upstairs flat.The amounts she borrowed were not excessive.Excessive drinking can lead to stomach disorders.He claimed that the police had used excessive force.Word Originlate Middle English: from Old Frenchexcessif, -ive, from medieval Latinexcessivus, from Latinexcedere

‘surpass’

, from ex-

‘out’

+ cedere

‘go’

.Extra examplesThe influence of her ideas was perhaps excessive.The sentence which was imposed was manifestly excessive.He was found to have been driving at excessive speed.The cost would be grossly excessive when compared with any environmental benefit.They complained about the excessive noise coming from the upstairs apartment.lawyers charging excessive fees